Heads of African Economic & Social Councils Praise Morocco’s Leadership Within UCESA

Presidents and members of African economic and social councils praised the leadership role of the Kingdom of Morocco in steering the work of the Union of African Economic and Social Councils and Similar Institutions (UCESA),highlighting the Kingdom’s contribution to strengthening the organization’s continental reach and impact internationally.

On the sidelines of UCESA’s General Assembly,held in Malabo,Equatorial Guinea,several participants commended the progress achieved under Morocco’s chair,particularly in terms of restructuring,openness and enhanced cooperation within the pan-African organization.

They underscored the pivotal role played by Morocco’s Economic,Social and Environmental Council (CESE) in enshrining the Union’s positioning,expanding its membership and supporting member institutions.

President of Equatorial Guinea’s Council for Economic and Social Development Marcelino Owono Edu welcomed the admission of new members,notably Equatorial Guinea and Angola,saying it reflects UCESA’s growing influence across Africa.

For his part,Coordinator of Angola’s Economic and Social Council José Octávio Serra-Vandunem described Morocco as the “driving force” behind UCESA,while expressing his institution’s willingness to strengthen cooperation with the Kingdom and other member states in several strategic sectors.

Executive Director of Zimbabwe’s Tripartite Negotiating Forum Nyakadzumbo Albert highlighted the quality of relations with Morocco’s CESE,particularly in connection with initiatives related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Echoing him,Head of the Zimbabwean delegation,Dr. Maxwell Mareza pointed out that Morocco stands as the “spearhead” of UCESA,highlighting the firm support provided by Morocco’s CESE to the Union’s activities.

Numerous initiatives implemented during Morocco’s presidency have strengthened UCESA’s operations,he said,praising the Kingdom’s efforts to enhance Africa’s international standing and its institutions.

For his part,Louis Cheick Sissoko,President of the Economic,Social,and Cultural Council of the African Union (ECOSOCC),commended the track record of the Moroccan presidency. He stated that the impetus provided by Morocco has enabled the Union to address new challenges,broaden its scope of action,and achieve substantial milestones.

Similarly,Yacouba Katilé,Environmental,and Cultural Council of Mali,praised the progress made by the African umbrella organization thanks to Morocco’s commitment,highlighting the determination that has guided the Union’s activities under Moroccan leadership.

UCESA held its ordinary General Assembly Monday in Malabo under the theme “United by Dialogue,Committed to Development.” It was attended by several African and international institutional representatives.

Malabo also hosted the 5th UCESA–China Economic and Social Council (CESC) roundtable.